No one loves that election day vibe quite like you. The excitement, the anticipation, the sweet smell of a new “I Voted” sticker. By the time the big day comes around, you’ve done your research, and you’re ready to cast your ballot. You’ve made your voting plan, and nothing will stand in your way. Go off and take your sticker and candy. You earned it!

So How Do I Vote on Election Day?

First things first: Make sure you’ve checked your registration status and/or register to vote. You can’t change the world unless you VOTE, and you can’t VOTE unless you REGISTER!

Registered? Great. Now let’s get you to the polls!

What Should I know Before Voting on Election Day?

• You’re assigned one official election day polling place based on the address where you’re registered to vote. Click here to find your official polling place.
• Want a sneak peek of your ballot before election day? You know you do. You can check your ballot here.
• We know it’s fun to rock a special voting day fit! Just make sure it doesn’t include any election-related or partisan messages, or you’ll be asked to cover or remove it.
• You will be asked to show ID when you check in to vote. If you don’t have one, you can still vote by signing a simple form called an “affidavit.”

Acceptable Photo ID

You can use the following photo IDs:

• Michigan driver’s license
• Michigan personal ID card

You can use these photo IDs if unexpired:

• Driver’s license or other ID issued by another state or federal government
• U.S. passport
• Military ID card
• Student ID card from accredited high school or post-high school institution
• Tribal ID card

Already feeling that rush of election-day adrenaline? Deep breaths and keep reading, because we made a handy timeline to help you make a voting plan.

Important Details

Tuesday August 6, 2024 from 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. local time State Primary Election Day. You have the right to vote if you are in line by 8 p.m. Click here to find your official polling place.

Tuesday November 5, 2024 from 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. local time State General Election Day. You have the right to vote if you are in line by 8 p.m. Click here to find your official polling place.